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Beijing Edifier Technology Company, Ltd., founded in Beijing in May 1996 by a group of audiophiles led by Wendong Zhang, is a global leader in audio equipment manufacturing specializing in speakers, music systems, and headphones guided by their principle 'a passion for sound.' Starting with groundbreaking all-wood anti-magnetic speakers in 1996, Edifier rapidly gained recognition for producing high-quality audio products with excellent sound quality, sleek designs, and affordable prices, becoming the first public listed audio speaker company in China on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (ticker: 002351) in 2010. Under the leadership of founder and CEO Wendong Zhang, the company has grown from a small Beijing startup to a global organization with 3,000 employees worldwide operating in over 70 countries across North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. Edifier's commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainability has earned multiple prestigious awards including Red Dot Design Award, CES Design and Engineering Award, Japan VGP Award, and iF Design Award, while strategic acquisitions like the 100% purchase of Japanese electrostatic headphone company STAX in 2012 have enhanced their premium audio capabilities. The company's diverse product portfolio spans bookshelf speakers, wireless Bluetooth speakers, soundbars, gaming peripherals through their dedicated gaming audio sub-brand (established 2018), and premium headphones and earbuds, all designed to provide immersive audio experiences that connect people through the power of music while maintaining their founding mission to 'provide the best audio experience possible.'